I'm not all that familiar with him, just what I read here. On one level, he seems like a guy who has some really good insights, and then some dogshit ones. And lots of takes in between.

However... that description could be about lots of people. I also understand Zizek is (apparently) a brilliant philosopher. I've also read here somewhere that his approach to philosophy or ideas in general can make him frustrating to follow for regular Marxists. Like, he's operating on a different level from us or something. And that he doesn't always say what he means.

So what's the deal with Zizek? How should I approach his writings?

:zizek-joy:

  • TheBroodian [none/use name]
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    3 years ago

    Zizek was trained by Lacan, whom he still seems to hold a lot of reverence for. I don't think you can really comprehend exactly what Zizek is saying without understanding Lacan. This probably doesn't help answer your question exactly, but hopefully points you in a useful direction.

    • MendingBenjamin [they/them]
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      3 years ago

      I don’t know shit about Lacan and I don’t think I’ve ever had trouble understanding what he’s saying